Welcome to CHEVAL Photos’ blog! This is to keep you updated on my recent photo shoots, and my reflections about the experiences I’ve had in photography. My goal with this blog is to quickly update you by providing a few photos of my most recent photo experiences. As most of you know, horses and riding are 2 of my passions—along with photography and art as well. You may see a LOT of horse pictures, but I also do portraits as well =) I love to capture art as it is created in our lives—I hope my photography brings glory to The Creator and greatest artist of all time.Tumblr (3.0; @cheval)http://blog.chevalphotos.com/<p><h3 class="UIIntentionalStory_Message"><span class="UIStory_Message">ATTN: US Open, Seniors - Modern Pentathlon competitors— HIGH-RES images are being uploaded and will be available to view and purchase. Please contact me if you have any questions—and for orders check out the gallery (will be complete by this weekend): <a target="_blank" href="http://store.chevalphotos.com/Events/Seniors-Pentathlon-US-Open"><span><a href="http://store.chevalphotos.com/Events/Sen">http://store.chevalphotos.com/Events/Sen</a></span><span class="word_break"></span>iors-Pentathlon-US-Open</a></span></h3> <a target="_blank" href="http://store.chevalphotos.com/Events/Seniors-Pentathlon-US-Open">Cheval Photography | STORE | Horses. People. Life. : Events : Seniors Pentathlon - US Open Qualifier</a></p>http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/2967540755http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/2967540755Thu, 27 Jan 2011 20:05:14 -0500<img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l9dfgqMGop1qanlmao1_500.jpg"/><br/> New Alltech Arena-Team Reining Part 1<br/><br/> <img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l9dfgqMGop1qanlmao2_400.jpg"/><br/> Anky Van Grusven<br/><br/> <img src="http://28.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l9dfgqMGop1qanlmao3_500.jpg"/><br/> Bits of Britain Store<br/><br/> <img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l9dfgqMGop1qanlmao4_400.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l9dfgqMGop1qanlmao6_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l9dfgqMGop1qanlmao7_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l9dfgqMGop1qanlmao8_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>This is the first time in the history of the World Equestrian Games (WEG) that the games have taken place outside of Europe. It is an incredible experience and here are a few pictures to show my first few days here! Day 1 of competition began with team reining! The excitement here is contagious—learning tons and meeting new people—it’s a great place to be. Opening Ceremonies were almost 3 hours long—Muhammad Ali, William Shatner, Wynona Judd, and various other celebrities (horse and non-horse) were part of the celebration.</p>http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/1193646245http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/1193646245Sun, 26 Sep 2010 16:26:47 -0400weg<img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l8g3dbRh451qanlmao1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l8g3dbRh451qanlmao2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l8g3dbRh451qanlmao3_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l8g3dbRh451qanlmao4_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l8g3dbRh451qanlmao5_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l8g3dbRh451qanlmao6_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>I had the privilege to shoot with my incredibly talented friend Julie Cannon (THRIVE PHOTOGRAPHY-http://thrivephotography.com)—this past weekend, we spent some time in San Diego, where I got to meet this beautiful young family. Their daughter was in LOVE with the camera—they are a beautiful family, both inside and out. Thank you for the fun Julie!!</p>http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/1087834079http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/1087834079Wed, 08 Sep 2010 16:24:45 -0400juliethrive photographyfamily<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l6uzwos4cT1qanlmao1_500.jpg"/><br/> D&T<br/><br/> <img src="http://28.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l6uzwos4cT1qanlmao2_500.jpg"/><br/> Bridges<br/><br/> <img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l6uzwos4cT1qanlmao3_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l6uzwos4cT1qanlmao4_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://28.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l6uzwos4cT1qanlmao5_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l6uzwos4cT1qanlmao6_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l6uzwos4cT1qanlmao7_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l6uzwos4cT1qanlmao8_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l6uzwos4cT1qanlmao9_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l6uzwos4cT1qanlmao10_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>These are long overdue for being on the blog—Danielle and Tyler are very important people to me! Danielle and I became friends when we were 13 years old. Horses brought us together, but our friendship has kept us strong. We have been through many life experiences together and I am very excited to be a part of hers on August 28, 2010. Her wedding is going to be beautiful and it is set outdoors in the beautiful northwest—Rock Creek Gardens. She is an incredible woman and Tyler and her have a wonderful life ahead of them—congrats to you both and thank you for the opportunity to capture your love for each other. Be blessed my dear friend! Love you!</p>http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/924432273http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/924432273Sun, 08 Aug 2010 20:26:43 -0400danielle &amp; tyler<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l6i1yrZPgH1qanlmao1_500.jpg"/><br/> Ashlie and Buddy <br/><br/> <img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l6i1yrZPgH1qanlmao2_500.jpg"/><br/> Lindsey workin' hard to get Bud's attn <br/><br/> <img src="http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l6i1yrZPgH1qanlmao3_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l6i1yrZPgH1qanlmao4_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l6i1yrZPgH1qanlmao5_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l6i1yrZPgH1qanlmao6_500.jpg"/><br/> Braids<br/><br/> <img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l6i1yrZPgH1qanlmao7_500.jpg"/><br/> Barn<br/><br/> <p>Ashlie is a wonderful friend who I grew up with, she is now an incredible horse breeder and has her standing stallion, affectionately known as “Buddy” —Buddy trains with the infamous Lindsey Anderson and is coming along incredibly well for being just 3 years old! Thank<span class="text_exposed_hide">…</span><span class="text_exposed_show">s for the great couple days of shooting Ashlie—Lindsey— you are coming with me to all my horse shoots—-the horses LOVE YOU! See you both in Del Mar in November!</span></p>http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/890777699http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/890777699Sun, 01 Aug 2010 20:42:24 -0400ashlielindsey andersonbuddy<img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l5ojgyW0v51qanlmao1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l5ojgyW0v51qanlmao2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l5ojgyW0v51qanlmao3_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l5ojgyW0v51qanlmao4_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l5ojgyW0v51qanlmao5_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l5ojgyW0v51qanlmao6_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l5ojgyW0v51qanlmao7_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l5ojgyW0v51qanlmao8_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l5ojgyW0v51qanlmao9_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>Wendy and her horse Durango! She raised him from a baby and he is coming 5 years old. We did a mini-lesson also and he learned to canter on the correct lead. He is very much a momma’s boy — it was a beautiful day in WA for some pictures.</p>http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/821758883http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/821758883Fri, 16 Jul 2010 22:12:31 -0400durangowendy<p>Cheval Photos is excited to be the official photographer for the upcoming Pentathlon World Cups beginning in February 2011. One of these World Cups is an Olympic Qualifier for London 2012. The announcement and signing of the World Cups being held in Rancho Mirage, CA took place yesterday at the hosting Agua Caliente Casino Spa and Resort. Please see link for more info: <a href="http://www.mydesert.com/article/20100708/SPORTS/7080315/Pentathlon-joins-valley-s-sports-scene">http://www.mydesert.com/article/20100708/SPORTS/7080315/Pentathlon-joins-valley-s-sports-scene</a></p>http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/788210460http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/788210460Fri, 09 Jul 2010 01:14:09 -0400<img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l55r6212HG1qanlmao1_500.jpg"/><br/> Oregon Coast<br/><br/> <img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l55r6212HG1qanlmao2_500.jpg"/><br/> Bentley! Mid-shake<br/><br/> <img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l55r6212HG1qanlmao3_500.jpg"/><br/> Hubby + Big Tree = Prius Delight!<br/><br/> <img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l55r6212HG1qanlmao4_500.jpg"/><br/> CA Redwoods<br/><br/> <img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l55r6212HG1qanlmao5_500.jpg"/><br/> Me and the wind<br/><br/> <img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l55r6212HG1qanlmao6_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l55r6212HG1qanlmao7_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l55r6212HG1qanlmao8_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>Ryan and I’s road trip from CA to WA —took the scenic route (Hwy 101) GOOD TIMES! <3 him!</p>http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/778515449http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/778515449Tue, 06 Jul 2010 18:44:25 -0400<a href="http://www.nwrider.com/">NW Rider Magazine-Cheval Photos' first of MANY Covers</a>http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/755612024http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/755612024Wed, 30 Jun 2010 20:38:37 -0400<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l44s5t0rYT1qanlmao1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l44s5t0rYT1qanlmao2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://28.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l44s5t0rYT1qanlmao3_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://28.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l44s5t0rYT1qanlmao4_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l44s5t0rYT1qanlmao5_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://28.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l44s5t0rYT1qanlmao6_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>A little bit about me—I ride and train at ECI with Michael Cintas (USA Modern Pentathlon Equestrian Coach). I am blessed to ride everyday some of the best horses in the desert. Horses are my outlet—they help me understand life, and I enjoy working and training them to be the best that they are.  Thanks for reading, many more updates to come this summer!</p>http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/706013288http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/706013288Wed, 16 Jun 2010 19:34:40 -0400ECI<img src="http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l3vdkldQS01qanlmao1_500.jpg"/><br/> California girls<br/><br/> <img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l3vdkldQS01qanlmao2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l3vdkldQS01qanlmao3_500.jpg"/><br/> Sisters<br/><br/> <img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l3vdkldQS01qanlmao4_500.jpg"/><br/> Adriana<br/><br/> <img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l3vdkldQS01qanlmao5_500.jpg"/><br/> Alexa<br/><br/> <img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l3vdkldQS01qanlmao6_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l3vdkldQS01qanlmao7_500.jpg"/><br/> Audrey<br/><br/> <img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l3vdkldQS01qanlmao9_500.jpg"/><br/> Megan<br/><br/> <img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l3vdkldQS01qanlmao10_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>These girls were so much fun to shoot! We picked out outfits, had professional make up artist Cynthia Rose (<a href="http://www.makeupbycynthia.com">www.makeupbycynthia.com</a>) come over from San Diego, and headed to the deserted old western town in Rancho Mirage, CA. It was a fun, HOT day =)</p>http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/688225730http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/688225730Fri, 11 Jun 2010 17:41:05 -0400model,megan<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l2n40vAHQB1qanlmao1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l2n40vAHQB1qanlmao2_500.jpg"/><br/> The Athletes<br/><br/> <img src="http://28.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l2n40vAHQB1qanlmao3_500.jpg"/><br/> Lucas and his wonderful mom!<br/><br/> <img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l2n40vAHQB1qanlmao4_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l2n40vAHQB1qanlmao5_500.jpg"/><br/> Michael Cintas, Olympic Eq. Coach<br/><br/> <img src="http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l2n40vAHQB1qanlmao6_500.jpg"/><br/> The venue<br/><br/> <img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l2n40vAHQB1qanlmao7_500.jpg"/><br/> Our hosts!<br/><br/> <img src="http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l2n40vAHQB1qanlmao8_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://28.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l2n40vAHQB1qanlmao9_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>Fundraiser for USA Modern Pentathlon team—this was a beautiful evening of fun, good food, and incredible support for these incredible athletes. These athletes have competed in Olympics, World Cups—and some are shooting for 2012 London and 2016 Rio—Keep an eye on these guys and girls!  I had the privilege, not only to photograph them, but also to ride and train with them while they were at Equestrian Centers International (ECI) training with Olympic Pentathlon Equestrian Coach Michael Cintas.  </p>http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/611429833http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/611429833Tue, 18 May 2010 20:00:30 -0400<img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l2a5v7XRym1qanlmao1_500.jpg"/><br/> The toasts!<br/><br/> <img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l2a5v7XRym1qanlmao2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l2a5v7XRym1qanlmao3_500.jpg"/><br/> The cutting of the cake<br/><br/> <img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l2a5v7XRym1qanlmao4_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l2a5v7XRym1qanlmao5_500.jpg"/><br/> Father-daughter moment<br/><br/> <img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l2a5v7XRym1qanlmao6_500.jpg"/><br/> Bride and groom<br/><br/> <img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l2a5v7XRym1qanlmao7_500.jpg"/><br/> The rings<br/><br/> <img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l2a5v7XRym1qanlmao8_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l2a5v7XRym1qanlmao9_500.jpg"/><br/> The reception<br/><br/> <p>Alysha and Cory’s reception was beautiful! Put on by her father (my riding coach) Michael Cintas of Equestrian Centers International, it was a wonderful evening full of delicious food, memories, and fun! Congrats Alysha and Cory!! All the best—cheers!</p>http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/590853027http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/590853027Tue, 11 May 2010 20:11:30 -0400alysha &amp; cory reception<img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1viloL8pV1qanlmao1_500.jpg"/><br/> Beezie Madden & Danny Boy<br/><br/> <img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1viloL8pV1qanlmao2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://28.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1viloL8pV1qanlmao3_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1viloL8pV1qanlmao4_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1viloL8pV1qanlmao5_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1viloL8pV1qanlmao6_500.jpg"/><br/> All 4's are off the ground!<br/><br/> <p>Winners of the Kentucky Cup $60,000 Grand Prix—Beezie Madden and Danny Boy beat 3 other riders in the jump-off round with a time of 38.37—proving once again why she is one of THE best show jumping riders in the world. For more information about Beezie Madden please visit: <a href="http://www.johnmaddensales.com/">http://www.johnmaddensales.com/</a></p>http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/569718291http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/569718291Mon, 03 May 2010 22:22:00 -0400beezie madden danny boy<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1pa3vsbxs1qanlmao1_500.jpg"/><br/> Champions! Mikala Munter Gunderse & "Leo<br/><br/> <img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1pa3vsbxs1qanlmao2_500.jpg"/><br/> Top 3<br/><br/> <img src="http://28.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1pa3vsbxs1qanlmao3_500.jpg"/><br/> A different perspective<br/><br/> <img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1pa3vsbxs1qanlmao4_500.jpg"/><br/> Champions<br/><br/> <img src="http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1pa3vsbxs1qanlmao5_500.jpg"/><br/> All smiles =)<br/><br/> <p>Kentucky Cup 2010 CDI 3* Grand Prix Special—Wednesday, April 21, 2010</p> <p>This was a World Equestrian Games Test Event as well as a qualifier. All the riders boasted about the facilities, the footing—many are excited to earn their spot on their country’s team and come back in Sept.-Oct.</p> <p>For more information on WEG, please see: <a href="http://www.alltechfeigames.com/">http://www.alltechfeigames.com/</a></p> <p>To view more pictures online check out my FB: (PS. make sure you join too! Shooting for 500 members before September (WEG))</p> <p><a href="http://www.facebook.com/chevalphotos">http://www.facebook.com/chevalphotos</a></p> <p>To PURCHASE photos, see my store: <a href="http://store.chevalphotos.com">http://store.chevalphotos.com</a></p>http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/561286259http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/561286259Fri, 30 Apr 2010 13:33:00 -0400Kentucky Cup CDI 3*rolex<img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1p1clnDng1qanlmao1_500.jpg"/><br/> #2 @ Rolex Philip Dutton & Woodburn <br/><br/> <img src="http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1p1clnDng1qanlmao2_500.jpg"/><br/> Kim Severson's Tipperary Liadhnan<br/><br/> <img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1p1clnDng1qanlmao3_500.jpg"/><br/> Becky Holder & Courageous Comet (3rd)<br/><br/> <img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1p1clnDng1qanlmao4_500.jpg"/><br/> Jessica Hampf's High Society (CAN)<br/><br/> <p>Rolex Recap:</p> <p>Day 1 started with First Inspections (i.e. “trot up” or “horse inspections”) . Some would call this a “mini-fashion show”—I thought it was great! A few of the jury members had to be replaced as the originals were stuck in Europe (due to the volcanic ash) but all 53 horses passed First Inspections with only a few being held and brought back for re-inspection. For all my non-horsey/eventing friends—First Inspections begin the event. The horses (and riders) are dressed up to impress (braids, clipped, etc.)  and they are presented to a jury (preselected panel of judges) as well as a veterinarian to ensure that the horse is well enough to compete. Horses are presented to the vet and asked to stand, while the vet and jury assess the animal. Then the Vet summons the rider to trot next to the horse (riders are not RIDING their horses, they are handling them with their bridles, on the ground) —down about 100 feet and then walk around a turn and trot back. This allows the vet and jury to examine the horse’s basic movements and show if there are any lameness issues or health problems that might inhibit the horse to compete.  It is a very quick process, and many spectators come out to witness this opening event. It can be nerve wracking as it does determine whether or not a horse can compete. Here are a few pictures of some of the top riders, in their first inspections.</p>http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/560976406http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/560976406Fri, 30 Apr 2010 10:24:18 -0400rolex<img src="http://28.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1i7z73L9M1qanlmao1_r1_500.jpg"/><br/> The Rolex watch <br/><br/> <img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1i7z73L9M1qanlmao2_r1_500.jpg"/><br/> The victory gallop!<br/><br/> <img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1i7z73L9M1qanlmao5_r1_500.jpg"/><br/> My favorite part!<br/><br/> <img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1i7z73L9M1qanlmao6_r1_500.jpg"/><br/> Top 3!<br/><br/> <img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1i7z73L9M1qanlmao7_r1_500.jpg"/><br/> a little creative flare (Cheval Photos)<br/><br/> <img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1i7z73L9M1qanlmao8_r1_500.jpg"/><br/> Speech! Speech! Speech!<br/><br/> <img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1i7z73L9M1qanlmao9_r1_500.jpg"/><br/> Cool Mountain--wondering about treats<br/><br/> <p><p class="MsoNormal">Great Britain’s William Fox-Pitt and Cool Mountain win the Rolex 2010!</p> <p class="MsoNormal">“I really didn’t expect it” said William Fox-Pitt (GBR) of his horse Cool Mountain, affectionately known as “Ol.” <span> </span>William is very proud of Cool Mountain and came into the Rolex hoping for a top 10 placing.<span>  </span>Second place went to Phillip Dutton (USA) and Woodburn. Phillip, the 6’5” rider, has been second for the last 6 years and has high hope for this horse, “He is a phenomenal horse (Woodburn) and he jumped really well today.” Becky Holder (USA) couldn’t be more proud of her Courageous Comet. When asked about how she was able to keep her nerves down this year, as she has been a contender for the Rolex title in the past after dressage and XC, she replied, “There’s a growth that happens with the horse and the rider”—her strategy was to go in and hope for the best, expect the worst and ride.<span>  </span>It was a wonderful round of show jumping and a great ending to the 30 year celebration of the Rolex Kentucky 3-Day Event.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Top 10 Placings:</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span><span>1.<span>       </span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Cool Mountain – William Fox-Pitt (GBR) 42.8</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span><span>2.<span>       </span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Woodburn – Phillip Dutton (USA) 47.7</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span><span>3.<span>       </span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Courageous Comet – Becky Holder (USA) 49.2</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span><span>4.<span>       </span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Neville Bardos – Boyd Martin (USA) 51.8</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span><span>5.<span>       </span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Port Authority – Stephanie Rhodes-Bosch (CAN) 52.0</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span><span>6.<span>       </span></span></span><!--[endif]-->The Foreman – Phillip Dutton (USA) 56.0</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span><span>7.<span>       </span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Mandiba – Karen O”Connor (USA) 56.5</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span><span>8.<span>       </span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Columbo – Selena O’Hanlon (CAN) 56.7</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span><span>9.<span>       </span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Gin & Juice – Hawley Bennett-Awad 57.8</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span><span>10.<span>   </span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Amistad – Michelle Mueller (CAN) 62.9</p></p>http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/551676601http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/551676601Mon, 26 Apr 2010 18:04:00 -0400rolex<img src="http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1er2k7jZl1qanlmao1_r2_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Oliver “Oli” Townend (GBR) and his first mount ODT Master Rose—he currently holds 9th place. Oli did sustain a head injury after falling on course at Fence 20 “The Hollow”—Oli fell on his second round with his other mount Ashdale Cruise Master. He is up and walking around and appears to be alert. He continues to be evaluated. (Per Dr. William Brooks, Chief Medical Officer, Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event & Dr. Julia Martin, Physician at the University of Kentucky Trauma and Emergency Services-Emergency Department). Storms are setting in, GP jumping was canceled tonight due to severe thunderstorm warnings, but will continue tomorrow evening.</p>http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/546761077http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/546761077Sat, 24 Apr 2010 21:06:00 -0400rolex<img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1ep10eeTO1qanlmao1_500.jpg"/><br/> Kim Severson & Tippery Liadhnan USA<br/><br/> <img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1ep10eeTO1qanlmao2_500.jpg"/><br/> William Fox-Pitt & Cool Mtn. (GBR)<br/><br/> <img src="http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1ep10eeTO1qanlmao3_500.jpg"/><br/> Buck Davidson & Titanium (USA)<br/><br/> <img src="http://28.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1ep10eeTO1qanlmao4_500.jpg"/><br/> Kim Schmolze (USA) & Cavaldi<br/><br/> <img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1ep10eeTO1qanlmao5_500.jpg"/><br/> Allison Springer (USA) & Arthur<br/><br/> <img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1ep10eeTO1qanlmao6_500.jpg"/><br/> Kelly Prather (USA) & Ballinakill Glory<br/><br/> <img src="http://28.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1ep10eeTO1qanlmao7_500.jpg"/><br/> Becky Holder (USA) & Courageous Comet<br/><br/> <p><p class="MsoNormal">X-Country Results</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Rolex 2010</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Saturday, April 24, 2010</p> <p class="MsoNormal">1 William Fox-Pitt (GBR) & Cool Mountain 1 (42.8)</p> <p class="MsoNormal">2 Kim Severson (USA) & Tipperary Liadhnan (44.8)</p> <p class="MsoNormal">3 Becky Holder (USA) & Courageous Comet (45.2)</p> <p class="MsoNormal">William Fox-Pitt (GBR) and Cool Mountain maintained their lead after a clean XC round; Kim Severson</p> <p class="MsoNormal">(USA) and Tipperary Liadhnan bumped up to second place after their run and Becky Holder (USA) also</p> <p class="MsoNormal">moved up to 3^rd place. “I really made an effort to be clear and direct with all of my lines” says Holder, “I</p> <p class="MsoNormal">thought the course was beautifully designed”—however Severson and Fox-Pitt both found their horses</p> <p class="MsoNormal">getting a little tired around the 9-10 minute mark of the 11 minute course. Per Fox-Pitt, “He (Cool</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Mountain) found it a little harder than I expected, but he galloped well and finished well w/in the time.”</p> <p class="MsoNormal">The overall pressure and nervousness for tomorrow’s final phase of show jumping seems to be felt by the three top riders.<span>  </span>“My horse is a tryer” says Fox-Pitt, “if he’s feeling ok, he will do his best, he will give it a good go—as long as I give him a nice ride, and hope he’s in once piece after today.”</p> <p class="MsoNormal">After yesterday’s dressage, Oliver Townend (GBR) and Ashdale Cruise Master were in sixth place. However, “Oli” did sustain a fall at Fence 20, “The Hollow” he was attended at the fence and transported to the University of Kentucky Trauma and Emergency Services-Emergency Department. He was conscious at the time he was transported. His mount was examined and has not sustained any injuries—more information will be provided as it becomes available.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Show jumping begins tomorrow at 12pm (EST) with the Awards Ceremony at 2:30pm EST.</p></p>http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/546678385http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/546678385Sat, 24 Apr 2010 20:22:00 -0400rolex<img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1eblv8A8Z1qanlmao1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>-Immediate Release-</p> <p>Rider #69, Oliver Townend of Great Britain, riding Ashdale Cruise Master, fell at Fence 20, “The Hollow.” The rider was attended at the fence and transported to the University of Kentucky Trauma and Emergency Services-Emergency Department. The rider was conscious at the time he was transported. The horse was examined and sustained no injuries. More information will be provided as it becomes available.</p>http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/546172144http://blog.chevalphotos.com/post/546172144Sat, 24 Apr 2010 15:32:19 -0400rolex